1. GPA scores 3.9+;
2. Toefl scores 110+, or SAT scores 1500+, or ACT scors 34+;
3. Admitted to the International Olympic Competition training camp such as IMO, IPHO, ICHO, or finalist of ISEF, or qualifying AIME of AMC, or finalist of S. -T Yau High School Science Award, or medal winner of USACO;
4. Writting award winner of New York Times, John Locke Essay Competition, Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, or Marshall Society;5. Admission offer from top summer colleges such as ROSS, RSI, SSP, SSHI;
6. Involvement in distinctive and story-worthy activities, with at least one unique charity/public service/humanitarian activity. If the activity holds personal significance, it can be described in detail in the application essay.